Power Outage in LaFayette
Power Outage in LaFayette
The Electric Department is aware of the power outage affecting the Dove Drive and Mallard Lane area. Crews are en route and working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
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Update from Governor Kemp On The Weather
"We will continue monitoring the weather conditions around the state throughout today and the weekend. As crews continue to treat roads and highways and respond to emergencies, please continue to limit travel and take necessary precautions in case you lose power."
Walker County Road Update
9:00 a.m. update: Roads are slick and snow covered throughout the county. Motorists need to slow down and pay attention to their surroundings. We have already had two near misses for our Public Works team (drivers pulling out in front of our crews) and... Read More.
Closures for Friday, January 10, 2025
*While we try our best to create the most up to date information, this may not be a complete list of closures. If you must head somewhere, please call ahead. Your destination may be closed.
Walker County Schools
Department of Public Health
GNTC
Walker County Government
All Walker County... Read More.
Snow Photos, Videos and Updates Around Walker County
We will be sharing some photos and reports around the county on this post.
This video is from the 10 o'clock hour and shows road conditions going up and down Nick-a-Jack Road from Chattanooga Valley to Lookout Mountain. There is limited audio narration.
City of Chickamauga... Read More.
Understanding Freezing Rain
According to the NWS a forecast for 0.10 (one-tenth) inch to 0.25 (one-quarter) inch of freezing rain may not sound like much, but here's why a light coating of ice can be crippling. Just a glaze of ice can make travel dangerous, as vehicle... Read More.
Walker County Schools Closed
Walker County Schools are closed on Friday, January 10, 2025.
Walker County Libraries Closed Friday and Saturday
LaFayette, Chickamauga and Rossville Libraries in Walker County will be closed January 10 and 11 due to weather.
Governor Kemp Issues Statewide State of Emergency
Governor Brian Kemp has issued a statewide State of Emergency ahead of tomorrow’s inclement weather to ensure Georgia is as prepared as possible for the winter storm.Hazardous conditions can develop quickly and make travel dangerous, so he encourages all Georgians to stay vigilant as... Read More.
City of LaFayette Closed Friday, January 10, 2025
All City of LaFayette offices will be closed on Friday, January 10th, due to the threat of a significant winter storm. Public Works, Public Safety, and Utility departments will remain on duty, ensuring essential services are maintained during this weather event.
NWS Issues Winter Storm Warning
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM FRIDAY TO 7 AM EST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...A mix of multiple winter precipitation types are expected.
Total snow and sleet accumulations up to 3 inches and ice
accumulations up to one third of an inch are possible.
* WHERE...Portions of central,... Read More.